Wildcats of the World - A new traveling art exhibit featuring all 36 species of wildcats

Number of works:
36 framed fine art reproductions
ranging in size from 9 x 12" to 24 x 36"

Space requirements:
Approximately 170 linear feet

Booking period:
8 weeks

Availability:
2007 - 2013

Rental fee:
*NO RENTAL FEE offered
for a limited time only

For further information and scheduling please contact Rochelle Mason at
RMFA Traveling Exhibits
808.769.0756

Email

Wildcats by Rochelle Mason

Wildcats by Linda
DuPuis-Rosen

"Wildcats" featured at. . .
Bern Natural History Museum;
Bern, Switzerland

Oxford University Natural History Museum;
Oxfordshire, England
Wildlife Conservation Research Unit;
Abingdon, England
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History;
Pacific Grove, California
Feline Conservation Federation Convention;
Dallas, Texas

The artists . . .
Rochelle Mason

Rochelle's mission is to raise awareness about endangered species through art. “I strive to help people understand that the animals which share our world are trying to have a life, just like you and me”.

Linda DuPuis-Rosen

Linda's goals are to share the beauty of wildlife with those who haven't experienced it first-hand, and to bring about an emotional connection with these animals and concern for their fate in the wild.

Exhibit Sponsors . . .

Fine Print Collection

Laser Light Photographics & Printmaking, Inc.
7960 Soquel Dr. Suite J
Aptos, CA 95003

ARTSCANS STUDIO, INC.
11924 W. Jefferson Bl, Ste A,
Culver City, CA 90230

Please also visit . . .
Pictures-of-Cats , one of our many supporters, for interactive and wonderfully-comprehensive information about cats.

© 1998-2010 Rochelle J. Mason and © 2006-2009 Linda DuPuis Rosen. All rights reserved to each artist. All artwork on this site has been registered with the United States Copyright Office and may not be reproduced for any reason without written permission from Rochelle Mason and Linda DuPuis-Rosen.

Traveling exhibit features all 36 species of wildcats
from around the world

For the first time ever, all 36 species of wildcats from around the world are represented in one exhibit. Focus on Nature: Wildcats of the World is a collection of 36 framed prints from oil paintings by endangered species artist Rochelle Mason and watercolor paintings from wildlife artist Linda DuPuis-Rosen. In addition to representing the 9 familiar big cats, this fascinating series brings much-needed attention to the rich and diverse family of 27 small cats, weighing less than 45 pounds, many of which have never been studied in the wild. The artist's works sensitively reflect the individual characteristics of each cat with a delightful infusion of "personality", which brings life to every vivid image.

Iberian lynx

The artwork . . .
Thirty-six beautifully-framed, high-quality prints bring to life the fascinating felines that share our world, many of which remain largely undiscovered. Rochelle's oil paintings are reproduced on canvas, range in size from 9x12" to 24x30" (most cats represented are life-size) and are framed uniformly in black wood. Linda's watercolor paintings are reproduced on paper and uniformly matted and framed in black wood (most to 24x36") and protected under plexi-glass.

Text panels . . .
Each framed work is accompanied by an easy-to-read, 5x7" panel which gives insight into the wildcat's life including:
* where he lives and what the surroundings are like
* remarkable adaptations to these surroundings
* what he likes to eat based on his size
* a current distribution map

text panel

Rental Fee . . .
*NO RENTAL FEE is offered for a limited time only. Booking period of 8 weeks must be within 2 years of signing the exhibition contract and is subject to availability. Borrowing institution pays shipping.

Insurance . . .
During transit to and from each venue, this exhibit is insured by RMFA Traveling Exhibits. Exhibitors are required to provide proof of insurance for the exhibition (insurance valuation $12,500) while it is in their possession. Incoming and outgoing condition reports are required.

Shipping . . .
Borrowing institution pays all transportation costs to/from California (94542). The 36 works along with the text panels fit into 5 horizontal, professionally-built wood crates (with skids) which measure:
1 crate @ 27x31x15"
1 crate @ 33x39x16"
3 crates @ 34x45x21"
Total cubic footage: 75
Total weight: approx 425 lbs
Origin zip code: 94542 (Hayward, CA)

Promotion / Publicity . . .
A customized press release and publicity photographs are provided. For $275 RMFA Traveling Exhibits will also send a postcard design/layout and banner design/layout approximately 4 months prior to the booking period.

Environment / Security . . .
All artwork must be hung in a stable environment away from direct sunlight, heating devices, contact with excessive moisture, or any other potentially damaging condition. No other artwork is to be displayed in the same space as this exhibit. A fire alarm is required in the exhibition space and doors must be locked and secured during closed hours.

Ancillary programming and fund-raising . . .
Both Linda and Rochelle are available for lectures to discuss their research methods, artistic compositions and painting techniques for the wildcat series. Personally-signed prints may be donated by the artists to help with the exhibit site's fund-raising efforts. Please email for further information.

Dr. Jim Sanderson

Dr. Jim Sanderson of Small Cat Conservation Alliance,may be available to talk about his latest research efforts to study small cats in the wild - from high in the Andes to deep in the jungles of Borneo. Please contact him at gato_andino@yahoo.com

Sales . . .
Unframed prints from the series can be made available for purchase through your gift shop.

Bern Natural History Museum, Swizerland

Bern Natural History Museum, Switzerland

Bern Natural History Museum, Switzerland Oxford Museum of Natural History, England

Pacific Grove Musuem of Natural History, California

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, California